Download the Pattern Below:

Tote pattern is available in two sizes: small (9″ X 9″ X 4″) and large (14.5″ X 16″ X 7″)

Step 1

Cut out 2 bag pieces and 1 set of the pumpkin face. You will also need a rectangle of your cardboard/plastic (14.5″ x 7″ for large size, 9″ x 4″ for small size) as well as a scrap large enough to wrap around it.

Step 2

Use the glue stick to glue your pumpkin face pieces in place as marked on pattern (this temporarily helps keep them in place; you can also use pins).

I find it helpful to cut out the face on the pattern piece and use it as a template to place the face pieces.

Stitch around the edges with a straight stitch or zigzag.

Step 3

With right sides together, sew the two sides and bottom of your bag.

Step 4

Fold the corners so that the side seam matches up with the bottom seam. With right sides together, sew the corner shut.

Step 5

Place your cardboard/plastic on the scrap of fleece. Hot glue the fleece to wrap around, and trim any excess.

Step 6

Place another layer of hot glue on the unfinished side of the cardboard/plastic. Carefully place it in the bottom of the bag. Now your bag has a sturdy bottom!

Step 7

Fold over the top edge to the wrong side by 1″ and stitch hem in place.

Step 8

Cut two lengths of webbing for the straps (18″ for small, 36″ for large). Melt the ends with a lighter so that they don’t fray. Place the ends on the inside of the top hem, matching up with the markings printed on the pattern. Stitch in place with a box and an ‘X’ so that it is secure.